Hundreds of ordinary-looking AI apps found hiding sexually abusive deepfake features
AI SECURITYWIREDredteam/daily · 1 source
- Severity
- High
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What happened
WIRED identified roughly 400 apps and websites tied to Chinese-language developers that appear to be mundane AI tools but contain hidden features for generating sexually abusive and violent AI images and video. The report highlights how such features can slip past casual review in app marketplaces.
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What to do
- Avoid downloading AI apps from unverified developers, especially those with little public history or unclear ownership.
- If you find someone has created abusive deepfakes of you, report them to the platform and to local authorities.
- Platform operators should audit listed AI apps for hidden sexual or violent generation features.
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Who reported · 1 outlet
Wired (Security)
Who and what is in it
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